CAG report finds poor implementation of the Namami Gange Programme in Uttarakhand.

A CAG audit (2018–2023) found major failures in implementing the Namami Gange Programme in Uttarakhand. Key problems included inadequate sewage treatment infrastructure, poorly functioning or unconnected STPs, weak waste management, and lack of public awareness initiatives. Many STPs lacked capacity or were not operational, causing untreated sewage to flow into the Ganga. Safety audits were not conducted on time, leading to loss of lives and damage to assets. The report also noted unused crematoria, poor solid-waste disposal, relaxed treatment standards, and weak monitoring of water quality. Overall, only 16% of the planned expenditure was implemented, showing significant gaps in execution, as usual.